By Seka Palikuca

Sales are under way and two furnished models are open at Metropolitan Tower on the Park, a 30-story office building being converted into 244 residences at 310 S. Michigan Ave.

Located on the building's 12th floor, the models include a two-bedroom, 1,202-square-foot Burnham residence and a three-bedroom, 1,932-square-foot Avenue design.

The condo designs have one to three bedrooms with up to 1,932 square feet. The two-, three- and four-bedroom Buckingham plans have up to 4,171 square feet, while the full-floor Millennium Penthouses have up to 4,000 square feet with private elevators and 360-degree views.

Residences have electronic pass-key entry, high-speed Internet access, and new plumbing, electrical and sprinkler systems. Prices start in the low $300,000s.

Building amenities include a 24-hour doorman, fitness center, roof deck, furnished guest suites, an event room and enclosed parking. The lobby preserves original cream-colored moldings, marble floors and brass elevator doors. The building offers views of Grant Park, Buckingham Fountain and Millennium Park.

Metropolitan Properties of Chicago LLC is redeveloping the 80-year-old structure, part of the landmark Historic Michigan Avenue District. The sales center is open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday. For information, call 312-922-1310, or visit www.TheMetropolitanTower.com.

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